Abby Hargreaves

Abby Hargreaves is a New Hampshire native living and working as a Children’s Librarian in Washington, D.C. She fulfills the gamut of the librarian stereotype with a love of cats, coffee, and crocheting (and likes a good run of alliteration). Her MLIS degree enjoys the company of a BA in English from Hollins University, making Abby an advocate of women's universities. Her favorite color is yellow.

Do Librarians Read All Day? No, But They Should

I’ve certainly been asked, “So, do librarians read all day?” and received the comment, “Wow, must be nice to have a job where you just read.” But the reality is, if I have a book in my hand at work, even if it’s open, I’m not really reading it. Except.

Why I Never Recommend My Favorite Book

The title of my favorite book is not some big secret. But to say to someone, face to face, that they should read that book -- particularly if I know I’ll see this person again -- feels wrong.

Paperback Writer: Musicians Who Should Write a Book

We've heard from Joe Perry, James Jamerson, and dozens of others -- but which are the musicians who should write a book now?

4 Claw-some Cat Craft Books I’m Paws-itive You Need Right Meow

If you’re a friend of felines, you’ll want to check out these four great cat craft books for all skill levels right meow -- I’m not kitten!

Elfpunk: What It Is and 5 Books to Get You Started

Find out what in the world is "elfpunk" and a list of titles to get you started in this unique and captivating genre full of guitars, motorcycles, and mythology.

Bookish Meme: Add a Brand, Ruin a Book

3 Great Bookish Instagram Story Templates from Us to You

Grab these bookish templates for your Instagram story and tell your followers more about your bookish habits at the same time.

Markus Zusak, Author of THE BOOK THIEF, Announces New YA Book

With a release date of October 9, 2018, Markus Zusak's BRIDGE OF CLAY is anticipated by readers and fans of THE BOOK THIEF around the world.

The Best Book Advice I’ve Ever Received from a Librarian

This invaluable piece of book advice totally changed my reading life for the better, despite this old and well-known cliché.

19th Century Women Writers in Young Adult Biographical Fiction

Whet your appetite for young adult biographical fiction with these three novels of some of the most beloved 19th Century women writers.